Tokyo Samurai Experience: History, Swordplay, and Authentic Japanese
- Walk around Kagurazaka, where many samurai residences were built in the Edo period, with a local guide
- Learn about the history and spirit of the samurai, and the relationship between Shinto shrines and Zen Buddhism from the guide
- Learn the basics of samurai fighting and movements by professional instructors
- Enjoy one traditional food sampling related to Kagurazaka such as traditional rice dumpling(Chimaki), a steamed meat bun, Japanese traditional or modern sweets)
- Walk through the deep streets of Kagurazaka and have delicious lunch in a 70 year old traditional Japanese house
Options
3.5 hour Tokyo Samurai Experience with Meal Included
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Lunch
Samurai Experience & Kimono Rental (1 hour of Samurai Experience with Kimono rental)
One traditional food or sweet (You can choose one food or sweet during the tour)
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Additional Info
Children aged 4-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Children aged 13+ will be charged the same rate as adults
What's included in Tokyo Samurai Experience: History, Swordplay, and Authentic Japanese
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 10:30, meet up at Aoyama Flower Market Ecute Edition Iidabashi. Near B2a Exit of Tokyo Metro Iidabashi Station You will see Starbucks Kagurazaka Shita Ten on the opposite side Saturday and Sunday start time is 4:00 p.m..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Kagurazaka, Walk around Kagurazaka, where many samurai residences were built in the Edo period, with a local guide. Learn about the history and spirit of the samurai
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Kagurazaka
- [Dining] 1 hour(s), Lunch, Kagurazaka, Japanese Lunch -Vegetarian option is available ( Vegan and Gluten-free options are not available)
- [Return] 14:30, at Aoyama Flower Market Ecute Edition Iidabashi, Dismissal time on Saturdays and Sundays is 8:00 p.m.
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Immerse yourself in the world of Samurai in Kagurazaka, Tokyo’s historic district. Guided by an expert, explore the streets where Samurai once lived, learning their philosophy and connections to Shinto and Zen. Watch an exciting live Samurai performance, then try authentic moves in a beginner-friendly training session.
Afterward, stroll through hidden streets and enjoy lunch in a 70-year-old former teahouse, once home to geishas, offering a perfect setting to savor a traditional meal. This tour is ideal for history lovers, martial arts fans, and families, with plenty of photo opportunities and an immersive experience of Edo-era culture.
With personalized guidance, this rare chance to explore Samurai history ensures you leave with unforgettable memories of Japan’s iconic heritage.
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Venues
- Kagurazaka
